Why Seniors Are Taking Up Gaming
It’s not a fad: it’s a real, growing shift If it feels like more people your age are picking up a controller or opening a…
Tag: GamingForSeniors
Gaming Myths vs. Reality for Seniors
Setting the record straight, with real numbers There’s still a lot of outdated thinking about who plays video games and why. Here’s what the actual…
The Goldilocks Zone
Why “challenging but doable” games are good for your brain If a game feels too easy, it’s boring. If it feels too hard, it’s discouraging.…
How Gaming Benefits Senior Health and Social Connection
A guided tour of what the research actually says We’ve written quite a bit at this point about why video games are genuinely good for…
Games as a Mood Booster
What research says about casual games, stress, and mental wellbeing Of all the research on gaming and older adults, the findings on mood might be…
Should You Subscribe? A Guide to Gaming Subscription Services
One monthly fee, hundreds of games — here’s how it actually works If buying games one at a time feels like a lot to commit…
Quick Reflexes at Any Age
What research says about games, hand-eye coordination, and attention Reaction time and hand-eye coordination naturally slow a little with age — it’s one of the…
The Rise of Seniors in Esports
Competitive gaming has an age limit — and seniors keep breaking it Esports — competitive, tournament-style video gaming — has a reputation as a young…
What Is Rocket League? A Beginner-Friendly Look at “Soccer with Rocket Cars”
Everything you need to know to give it a try You may have heard the name lately — a team of seniors is representing the…
Not Just for Kids: Gaming as a Way to Stay Connected
What research says about games, loneliness, and staying in touch Loneliness is one of the most common — and most under-discussed — challenges of getting…